Overview

Legal Assistant - Corporate. Downtown Toronto. Hybrid work arrangement. Our client, a mid size law firm located in the core of downtown Toronto is looking for a bright, energetic and enthusiastic legal assistant to join its corporate team. This is an exciting opportunity to get involved and contribute to a energetic team!

Responsibilities
Prepare, draft, edit and finalize closing agendas and all transactional documents relating to lending and corporate transactions
Organize and track delivery of closing documents
Draft renewal agreements for lending transactions
Prepare annual resolutions
Initial drafting of legal correspondence and documents with minimal supervision for lawyers review
Manage the practices organization and workflow (including ensuring electronic and physical files follow the established system and ensuring all client invoices are correct)
Diarize and monitor deadlines for multiple filed to ensure tasks are completed
Liaise with clients and other lawyers to take instructions, obtain information, and report on status
Accountable for all work assigned
Arrange meetings
Calendar management

Requirements




Minimum of 5 years previous experience as a Legal Assistant in Financial Services or Corporate Law
Successful completion of a related post-secondary Legal Assistant or Law Clerk program
Knowledge of Workshare Compare or a similar document comparison program
Overtime, as required
Handle time pressure situations and stress of multiple demands

Skills
Microsoft 365 suite of applications, including experience with creating, numbering, styling and rebuilding documents
Familiarity with iManage and DocuSign
Able to work independently, requiring minimal supervision
Strong knowledge of Excel and ability to preform calculations is an asset
Ability to problem solve
Positive judgement and decision making
Solid interpersonal and organizational skills along with a keen eye for detail

Apply today! We thank all applicants for their interest in this role however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank you for your interest in Linds & Associates Ltd.
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📌 Corporate Legal Assistant Toronto
🏢 Linds & Associates
📍 Toronto